How many Stryker variants are there?

There are 18 variants; 10 flat-bottom variants that include the Infantry Carrier Vehicle (ICV), Mobile Gun System (MGS), Reconnaissance Vehicle (RV), Mortar Carrier (MC), Commander’s Vehicle (CV), Fire Support Vehicle (FSV), Engineer Squad Vehicle (ESV), Medical Evacuation Vehicle (MEV), Anti-tank Guided Missile (ATGM) …

When was the m1126 Stryker made?

Eight configurations are in production now, the first systems having been delivered to the Army from General Dynamics Land Systems in February 2002. The MGS and NBCRV are in development and will be delivered beginning in 2004.

How thick is Stryker armor?

0.5-inch
For armor, the Stryker starts with a 0.5-inch (1.27-cm) thick layer of steel lined in Kevlar. On top of this, the Stryker has a layer of ceramic tile armor, and then some outer areas are also fitted with 3-millimeter plates for reinforcement.

What is a military Stryker unit?

The Stryker Brigade Combat Team – or SBCT – is an infantry-centric unit with 3,600 soldiers that combines many of the best characteristics of the current Army forces and exploits technology to fill a current operations capability gap between the Army’s heavy and light forces.

Can a C 130 carry a Stryker?

All variants of flat-bottom Strykers are C-130 transportable. This ability gives the GFC significant capabilities and options to tailor the force.

How many Strykers are in a battalion?

A Stryker brigade is made up of more than 300 Stryker vehicles and 4,500 soldiers.

How many mortars are in a Stryker company?

Each Stryker RSTA battalion has a total of 6 mortar carriers, all of which are also equipped with the 120mm system.

How many Strykers can fit in a c130?

Stryker can be transported on the ground using trucks or by air on C-17, C-5 and C-130 aircraft. The C-5 and C-17 aircraft can carry seven and four Strykers respectively. The C-130H can fly safely carrying a maximum 38,000lb load for up to 1,000nm.

How heavy is a Stryker?

18.16 short tons
Stryker

ICV Stryker
Specifications
Mass ICV: 18.16 short tons (16.47 t) MGS: 20.69 short tons (18.77 t)
Length 22 ft 10 in (6.95 m)
Width 8 ft 11 in (2.72 m)